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Arizona Self Storage Associates: Industry Advocacy & Resources
Founded in 1996, the Arizona Self Storage Associates (AZSA) has dedicated itself to strengthening Arizona's self-storage industry through advocacy, education, and professional standards. With over 700 facility and vendor members, we provide legislative representation, legal resources, and operational tools tailored to Arizona's unique regulatory environment. Our team combines decades of industry expertise with a commitment to ethical practices, offering members access to standardized lease agreements, educational webinars, and networking opportunities. We maintain rigorous compliance with state and federal laws while fostering innovation in self-storage management. Through our annual conference and trade show, we connect professionals with cutting-edge solutions and peer insights.Our leadership includes legal experts who helped draft Arizona's lien statutes, ensuring our resources reflect the most current legal frameworks. We operate with transparency, publishing detailed policy guidelines and maintaining open communication channels with members. Our code of ethics exceeds statutory requirements, promoting fair business practices across the industry. By combining advocacy with practical resources, we empower members to deliver exceptional service while navigating regulatory complexities. Our organization remains at the forefront of industry trends, providing actionable insights through newsletters and digital platforms.
Services
Legislative Advocacy
Legal Resources
Educational Programs
Facility Directory
Membership Benefits
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We promote professional standards exceeding Arizona's legal requirements
- Our legal resources were developed by authors of Arizona's lien statutes
- We provide exclusive access to standardized lease agreements and forms
- Our legislative advocacy protects members' interests at state and local levels
- We offer specialized educational programs tailored to Arizona's self-storage industry
Services
Legislative Advocacy
AZSA actively represents members' interests by monitoring and influencing Arizona's legislative landscape affecting self-storage. Our legal experts engage with policymakers to shape favorable regulations while opposing adverse legislation that could impact industry operations. This ongoing advocacy ensures members receive timely updates about regulatory changes through specialized communications.
Legal Resources
We provide access to industry-specific legal counsel and comprehensive resources including Arizona's Self-Storage Sale & Foreclosure Manual. Our standardized lease agreements and forms were developed by experts who helped draft Arizona's lien statutes, ensuring compliance with state-specific requirements while protecting facility owners' legal interests.
Educational Programs
AZSA offers educational events ranging from regional workshops to annual conferences featuring expert-led sessions on industry trends, legal updates, and operational best practices. Our educational webinars and facility tours provide practical insights while fulfilling continuing education needs for self-storage professionals across Arizona.
Facility Directory
Our online database connects potential renters with member facilities while helping businesses find specialized vendors. This searchable directory includes detailed facility information and service providers, with premium listings offering enhanced visibility through website links and additional business details for participating members.
Membership Benefits
AZSA members receive exclusive benefits including legislative representation, legal resources, and marketing tools. Our membership identification program features decals and logos to enhance brand visibility, while our code of ethics promotes industry-wide standards that exceed legal requirements for operational excellence.
People
Jeff Gorden
President
Jeff Gorden leads AZSA's board with extensive self-storage industry experience, focusing on strategic direction and member engagement while maintaining operational excellence across Arizona facilities.
Ray McRae
Vice President, Legal and Legislative Chair
Ray McRae oversees AZSA's legal initiatives and legislative advocacy, leveraging his legal expertise to shape favorable regulations and develop industry-specific legal resources for members.
Whitney Jurjevich
Treasurer
Whitney Jurjevich manages AZSA's financial operations with a focus on fiscal responsibility, ensuring resources support member services while maintaining transparent financial stewardship.
Amy Amideo
Executive Director
Amy Amideo directs AZSA's day-to-day operations, connecting members with resources and managing organizational initiatives while serving as primary liaison for industry stakeholders across Arizona.
Carol Mixon
Education Chair
Carol Mixon develops AZSA's educational programming, creating relevant content for workshops and webinars that address evolving industry challenges and professional development needs.
Questions
What benefits do AZSA members receive?
Members receive legislative advocacy, legal resources including standardized lease agreements, educational programs, facility/vendor directory access, and industry networking opportunities.
How does AZSA support self-storage operators legally?
AZSA provides access to industry-specific legal counsel, standardized forms developed by lien statute experts, and ongoing updates about Arizona's regulatory changes.
What educational resources are available?
AZSA offers regional workshops, webinars, facility tours, and an annual conference featuring expert-led sessions on legal updates and operational best practices.
How can I find Arizona self-storage facilities?
Use AZSA's online facility search tool to locate member facilities across Arizona, with optional premium listings providing enhanced business details.
What is AZSA's code of ethics?
AZSA's code establishes industry standards exceeding legal requirements, covering fair business practices, advertising integrity, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
How does AZSA handle legislative issues?
AZSA actively monitors Arizona legislation, advocates for favorable policies, opposes adverse laws, and provides members with regular updates about regulatory developments affecting self-storage operations.
